For the 2026-27 school year, there are 4 public elementary schools serving 1,599 students in Excelsior Springs, MO.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Excelsior Springs, MO are Elkhorn Elementary School, Cornerstone Elementary School and Lewis Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Excelsior Springs, MO public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Missouri public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 34% (versus the 42% statewide average). Elementary schools in Excelsior Springs have an average ranking of 3/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Missouri public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary school average of 33% (majority Black).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Excelsior Springs, MO (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Elkhorn Elementary School
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 45-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
34684 Hwy 10
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
(816) 630-9270
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
(816) 630-9270
Gr: K-5 | 239 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #22.
Cornerstone Elementary School
(Math: 42% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1901 Wornall Road
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
(816) 630-9260
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
(816) 630-9260
Gr: PK-5 | 466 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Rank: #33.
Lewis Elementary School
(Math: 27% | Reading: 40%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
501 Leavenworth Street
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
(816) 630-9290
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
(816) 630-9290
Gr: K-5 | 354 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Rank: #44.
Excelsior Springs Middle School
(Math: 34% | Reading: 28%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
701 Crown Hill Rd
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
(816) 630-9230
Excelsior Springs, MO 64024
(816) 630-9230
Gr: 6-8 | 540 students Student-teacher ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 14%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Excelsior Springs, MO?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Excelsior Springs, MO include Elkhorn Elementary School, Cornerstone Elementary School and Lewis Elementary School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Excelsior Springs?
4 public elementary schools are located in Excelsior Springs.
What is the racial composition of students in Excelsior Springs?
Excelsior Springs public elementary schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Missouri public elementary schools average of 33% (majority Black).
Which public elementary schools in Excelsior Springs are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Excelsior Springs include: Lewis Elementary School vs. Cornerstone Elementary School, Cornerstone Elementary School vs. Lewis Elementary School
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